Eastern atlantic common seals
A species of Mediterranean monk seal Scientific name : Phoca vitulina vitulina Genus : Mediterranean monk seal
Eastern atlantic common seals, A species of Mediterranean monk seal
Scientific name: Phoca vitulina vitulina
Genus: Mediterranean monk seal
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Description
Eastern atlantic common seals is a remarkable marine mammal known for its diverse diet, which primarily comprises of fish and crustaceans. It possesses an impressive diving ability, allowing for prolonged underwater foraging. In its cold, often Arctic habitats, it uses ice floes as resting platforms between feeding dives, revealing a remarkable adaptation strategy.
General Info
Lifespan
25-30 years
Diet
Eastern atlantic common seals is a piscivore, harvesting on small pelagic fish as its primary food. Apart from fish, it consumes a significant amount of squid and octopus, with a preference for shallow water marine species.
Appearance
Eastern atlantic common seals are medium-sized marine mammals, characterized by their streamlined, spindle-shaped bodies with short, wide flippers. Their skin is smooth and thick with a sleek coat of short fur. They display a varying coloration from light gray to brown with darker backs and lighter undersides, aiding in camouflage. Both genders and all ages share similar appearances.
Behavior
Eastern atlantic common seals is a semi-aquatic carnivore typically displaying strong site fidelity. Engaging in a diverse range of physical interactions, this species uses intricate vocals both underwater and on land. Notably social, breeding aggregation behavior and maternal flipper-slapping can be frequently observed. Eastern atlantic common seals has also adapted synchronized diving and bobbing for both predator evasion and foraging.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Earless seals Genus
Mediterranean monk seal Species
Eastern atlantic common seals 
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